International Students

Study in Australia with Macleay

Macleay College welcomes international students into our degree and diploma programs. Everything you need to know about studying at Macleay is available here.

There is an FAQ at the bottom of this page for any other questions you might have. Please get in touch with our international team for any other questions we can help you with. Ready to complete apply? Complete our International Application

Macleay is a domestic higher education provider that accepts international students. International intakes are capped at 25% with a mix of nationalities.

Reasons to study abroad at Macleay:

We have connected graduates with success for 30 years.

You learn by doing. We use project-based learning and real-world briefs to give you industry experience.

You experience personalised learning with classes of just 25 students or less.

Our internship program gives you professional experience and industry networks.

Our lecturers are consistently rated as leaders in their field (QILT, 2018) and bring the latest industry knowledge to every class.

Our student experience is rated as one of the best in Australia (QILT, 2018).

International Course Guide

Our Students

With a focus on industry connections and teaching real practical skills, there’s no wonder why ourinternational students thrive at Macleay. Here’s a small selection of the amazing student stories from our international students who are on their way to their dream career.

Thabani Tony Tshuma
Harare, Zimbabwe

Kevin Li
LEVUKA, FIJI

David McSharry
Dublin, Ireland

Ayush Tewari
Darjeeling, West Bengal, India

What can international students expect from Macleay?

Positive Education

Macleay College is a Positive Education organisation, committed to the wellbeing of our students beyond academic achievement. We strive to equip our students with the qualities and skills that enable them to flourish, realise their greatest potential and fulfil their career and life goals.

Intimate Learning

Our classes have a maximum of 25 students, so you'll never be afraid to ask a question.

Industry Focused

Macleay offers an industry-focused approach to learning so you develop real-world knowledge and skills relevant to your new career.

Teaching Quality

Our graduates say that Macleay offers one of the most outstanding teaching experiences in the country. Our 91% QILT rating in teaching quality shows our students feel supported, prepared and job ready.

Student Experience

Macleay’s courses are designed for you to reach your full potential. Our 85% student experience rating (QILT, 2018) reflects the positive environment our students enjoy every day.

Industry Lecturers

Our lecturers bring the latest industry knowledge to every class. This means less textbooks and more real-world experiences to help make you job ready.

Small Classes

You experience personalised learning with classes of just 25 students or less. That means your lecturers know you well and can help develop your unique strengths.

Project-based Learning

At Macleay, you learn by doing. We use project-based learning and real-world briefs to give you industry experience. By pitching ideas, developing skills and working in teams, you experience first-hand what your new job will be like.

Internship Program

Our internship program gives you professional experience and industry networks. This means your career begins even before you graduate.

Beautiful one day, amazing the next! There is no doubt Australia has it all. So, why not study in two of the most liveable cities in the world – Sydney or Melbourne? They’re lively, vibrant and safe, making them the ultimate study and play destination.

When you’re not studying, there are always plenty of things to do. From sightseeing, swimming at Bondi, exquisite dining experiences, bushwalking in the Blue Mountains, watching an AFL game at the MCG or shopping along the iconic Chapel Street, you will never be bored.

Our Sydney campus is a two minute walk from Central Station. Surry Hills is recognised as one of Sydney’s most creative suburbs and is also home to many of Sydney’s exciting new cafés and interesting restaurants.

A couple of minutes walk from the iconic Flinders Street Station and Federation Square, our Melbourne campus sits in a similarly stylish and accessible location, surrounded by eclectic cafés, art galleries and shops.